Restaurant in Hauteville-Lompnes
Eating well in Hauteville-Lompnes: restaurant addresses not to be missed!
While the village of Hauteville-Lompnes, perched in the Bugey region in the heart of the Jura Mountains, is a must-visit for hikers and skiers, it’s also a place where local cuisine has much to offer! After a walk to the Trou de la Marmite (a natural sinkhole), a fishing trip to Lésine, or a visit to the casino, here are some of the most recommended restaurants in Hauteville-Lompnes.
The Hotel-Restaurant Le Hauteville
The Hotel Le Hauteville in Hauteville-Lompnes boasts a welcoming, family-run restaurant. The menu features local produce, with regional dishes and seasonal specials that emphasize quality and freshness. The setting is simple yet warm, perfect after a day exploring the Jura Mountains or the plateau.
Highlights: homemade dishes, a relaxed atmosphere, and pets are welcome!
Address: 305 Rue de la République, 01110 Hauteville-Lompnes
Menu: Hauteville on LaCarte
Auberge de la Praille
Perched at the Col de la Rochette, the Auberge de la Praille is a true institution on the Plateau d’Hauteville. The chef offers deeply rooted regional cuisine: perch fillets meunière, free-range chicken from the Ain region, frogs’ legs, Jura fondue… The menu showcases high-quality local products.
Highlights: A rustic atmosphere, traditional dishes, and a sublime forest setting!
Address: Route du Col de la Rochette, 01110 Hauteville-Lompnes
Menu and prices: between €29.50 and €39 depending on the menu shown on LaCarte
Brasserie “De La Fontaine”
This brasserie, located on the Place des FFI, is a reliable choice in downtown Hauteville. It offers simple yet refined bistro cuisine, with homemade dishes, salads, pizzas, and local recipes. The atmosphere is relaxed and efficient, ideal for a leisurely lunch or dinner.
Highlights: A menu featuring seasonal products and a terrace!
Address: Place des FFI, 01110 Hauteville-Lompnes
Menu: Brasserie de la Fontaine menu
La Fora – Café-Restaurant
La Fora, located in the hamlet of Hostiaz / Plateau d’Hauteville, is a simple and friendly café-restaurant. It offers homemade dishes, light lunch options, and a “nature break” atmosphere. It’s a great spot for a relaxing and delicious stop, ideal for walkers and cyclists. In addition, this large-capacity gîte, nestled in nature, features a fully equipped kitchen, 20 beds, a large common room, and several bathrooms with showers: ideal for a stopover after a long hike or trek!
Highlights: Simple, local cuisine, a relaxed atmosphere, and a warm welcome reminiscent of a mountain café!
Address: Le Village, 01110 Plateau d’Hauteville (Hostiaz)
Menu: available on the gîte’s website: gitelafora.com
The Lodge (Casino d’Hauteville)
The Lodge restaurant, located within the Casino d’Hauteville, is a welcoming establishment worth trying at least once in a lifetime. Enjoy a varied menu: grilled meats, salads, à la carte dishes, and a set menu for lunch and dinner. The restaurant’s ambiance is simple yet elegant, and the dining room can be reserved for private events.
Highlights: reasonably priced menu (€26 for an adult menu), proximity to the casino for a complete “picnic-and-gaming” experience.
Address: 380 Boulevard Frédéric Dumarest, 01110 Hauteville-Lompnes
Menu: via the Casino website / Le Lodge casinohauteville.com
La Ferme Guichard
La Ferme Guichard is located in the heart of the Cormaranche-en-Bugey forests. This rustic restaurant offers regional cuisine, prepared with local products and adapted to the seasons, from farm-style dishes to homemade desserts. The welcome is warm and professional, and the rural setting invites relaxation.
Enjoy the south-facing terrace on sunny days or let yourself be charmed by the place in winter. The surrounding area offers numerous walks on marked trails, ideal for complementing your meal with a stroll or a nature outing.
Highlights: Regional cuisine, homemade dishes and local produce, warm and rustic setting, walks and hikes nearby.
Address: Route du Col de la Rochette, 01110 Plateau d’Hauteville (Cormaranche-en-Bugey)
Menu: via the Ferme Guichard website lafermeguichard.fr
